November 29 2002

Julian Gray

Trevor Francis has given his first indication that three players in the squad could be leaving Selhurst by the end of the season.

Julian Gray, Steve Thomson and Tommy Black's contracts expire at the end of the season, and Francis does not know whether they will be renewed.

Francis said: "We haven't talked to Julian, Steve and Tommy about a new deal yet and I don't know if there will be one.

"The chairman and me have tried very hard to reduce the wage bill and this is an ongoing process. It is all a part of putting the business right."